as in suspense
a state of temporary inactivity
trading with that nation is in suspension until it improves its record on human rights
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Recent Examples of suspension
The suspension will last until the end of her term in office or the final disposition of the case.
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Dan Raby, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
As long as the suspension lasts less than 90 days, the district will not need to seek permission from the State Water Control Board, district General Manager Kimberly Thorner said.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Jan. 2026
Hill is recovering from a major knee injury, and a suspension would also likely affect his market value if the Dolphins release him.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2026
Discipline can range from an admonishment to suspension of license to disbarment.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
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Dan Raby, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
As long as the suspension lasts less than 90 days, the district will not need to seek permission from the State Water Control Board, district General Manager Kimberly Thorner said.
—Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Jan. 2026
Hill is recovering from a major knee injury, and a suspension would also likely affect his market value if the Dolphins release him.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2026
Discipline can range from an admonishment to suspension of license to disbarment.
—Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suspension
suspense
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Magnificent 7 & The Others The Federal Reserve (Fed) meets on Wednesday, but the outcome will hold no suspense.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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In Filipiñana, the angle of a golf club can evoke suspense, a piece of fruit on the ground can feel like a tragedy, and a casual glance can take your breath away.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Suspension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suspension. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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